Moreno’s proposal has landed like a political shockwave. The so-called “Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025” introduces a strict loyalty test that could force dual citizens to choose one nation—or risk losing their U.S. status entirely. The idea has stunned allies and ignited legal debate.
At the center of attention is the Trump family. Melania Trump, a naturalized U.S. citizen originally from Slovenia, and Barron Trump, born in the U.S. but also holding Slovenian citizenship, would be directly affected if the bill became law.
The proposal would require dual nationals to renounce their non-U.S. citizenship within one year. Failure to do so could automatically strip them of American citizenship, turning allegiance into a legal trigger rather than a personal choice.
Supporters frame the bill as a push for clarity and national loyalty. They argue that citizenship should reflect exclusive commitment, not divided identity, especially in an era of global tension.
Critics see something far more dangerous. They warn the bill weaponizes identity, transforming heritage and family history into political liabilities. Legal experts question its constitutionality and predict years of court battles.
For the Trumps, the issue is intensely personal and highly public. Any decision would play out under global scrutiny, forcing private family matters into a political spotlight.
Beyond one famous family, the bill could affect millions of Americans who legally hold dual nationality. Immigrants, children of mixed families, and expatriates would all face the same ultimatum.
Ultimately, the controversy exposes a deeper national question: can modern American identity allow complexity, or must loyalty be singular and absolute? The debate is only beginning.